My wife, Cheri, operates Redbird Childcare. The entire lower level of our home is dedicated space for her licensed childcare center. Mondays through Thursdays from 7:30am to 5:00pm, Miss Cheri (that's what all the kids and parents call her) gives her all to provide eight to ten preschoolers with the best care possible.They sing, learn, run, play, draw, eat, sleep, and generally have about as nice of a day a kid could hope to have. They also, let's be honest, cry and scream and dirty diapers and lots of other less than pleasant behaviors. It's a very demanding enterprise. I would go crazy, but Miss Cheri takes it all in stride. She's the consummate childcare professional. I'm super proud of her.
The most important thing about Red Bird is that Miss Cheri doesn't see it merely as a job--for her it's a ministry, a calling. Believe me, there are way easier ways to make a living. The truth is that Cheri loves these kids and the family she serves. She loves coming up with lessons and projects and songs and activities. She knows that doing her work well makes a difference in the lives of these children and their families.
So here's to you, Miss Cheri! Bless you, bless you. Enjoy having the house and some time all to yourself today! Oh...and maybe a little time with me too.
It's loving,caring,Godly women like Miss Cheri that allow heaven to visit earth and show this world the face of Jesus. The difference she makes in these precious lives will have a positive ripple effect for thousands of years. If I were a young Mother I would want my children to be in her delightful charge. God Bless You Miss Cheri , TM
ReplyDeleteI think it's fun to imagine a little Nick and Justin running around in my back yard. :-)
ReplyDeleteso encouraging to see Cheri's ministry; our kids still talk about our summer vist and Miss Cheri's art projects! Joab
ReplyDeleteCheri is amazing! I think those kids are truly blessed! And Dave, you aren't too bad yourself. Thanks for the insights and "keeping it real".
ReplyDeleteblessings to you and your family,
Mihai